• 11 Bridge St - Guests receive a traditional film camera for their use throughout the day, along with access to facilities for developing film and creating contact sheets.

Step 1: To kick off our journey into the art of photography, we’ll begin with a guided exploration of the studio, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the equipment you’ll be utilizing.

Step 2: Nestled in Girvan, this is your chance to get away from the hustle and bustle. Whether you’re drawn to the seaside or the woods, or wish to experience both, you and your most cherished companion will have the opportunity to bond as you learn the craft of film photography, capturing enchanting moments and turning them into lasting keepsakes.

Step 3: The film development process is the sole segment of this adventure that requires total darkness. It’s a brief phase where you’ll wind the film onto a reel and place it into a developing tank. Once that’s done and the lights are back on, you introduce the chemicals and eagerly await the revelation of your creations.

Step 4: While your negatives are drying, seize the chance to relax and enjoy each other’s presence.

Step 5: Bring your images to life by exposing your paper, immersing it in developer, and witnessing the transformation of your negatives into physical, enduring memories that you can cherish forever.

• All darkroom equipment provided: film cameras, lightmeters, developing tanks and reels, trays, tongs, chemicals, paper, and enlargers.
• Protective gear included: goggles, single-use aprons, and gloves.
• Complimentary tea and coffee.

• Lunch
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Breakfast
• Dinner